Father Of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Dies

The father of Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has died. Lawrence J. Hogan Sr. was 88.

"At 10:24 tonight, an American hero, and the man that I am most proud of, passed away," Gov. Larry Hogan wrote on Facebook Thursday evening. "He had an amazing life that spanned 88 years. He leaves behind a loving family, countless friends and admirers, and a lasting legacy that won't be forgotten."

Lawrence J. Hogan Sr. was the Prince George's county executive from 1978 to 1982 and a Congressman representing Prince George's and Charles County from 1969 to 1975. He also worked as an agent for the FBI, according to the Maryland State Archives.

According to The Washington Post, the 88-year-old died at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a stroke.

Congressman Hogan gained notice as an outspoken Republican voting for the impeachment of President Richard Nixon.

"He taught me more about integrity in one day than most men learn in a lifetime, and I am so proud to be his son," Hogan said at his inauguration, speaking of his father.

Prince George’s County Councilman Mel Franklin (D-District 9) said in a statement: “On behalf of my constituents and family, we extend our condolences and prayers to Governor Larry Hogan and his family on the passing of his father, former Prince George’s County Executive and Congressman Lawrence J. Hogan. Congressman Hogan was a true profile in courage when, after an impassioned speech and against the wishes of his party, he was the only Republican on the House Judiciary Committee to vote for all three articles of impeachment against President Richard Nixon for covering up the Watergate scandal. This stand helped our nation by shifting momentum in Congress toward impeachment, leading President Nixon to resign. We honor him for his service to our country.”

Photo courtesy of Gov. Larry Hogan.